Basingstoke Road is in Spencers Wood, Reading and in Wokingham district. RG7 1AD is located in the Spencers Wood & Swallowfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wokingham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Basingstoke Road, Spencers Wood, Reading, RG7 1AD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RG7 1AB, RG7 1NL, RG7 1AF, RG7 1AW, RG7 1PR, RG7 1AA, RG7 1HJ, RG7 1HL, RG7 1HW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding RG7 1AD has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.4% | 48.5% | -4.9% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 46.6% | 51.5% | 4.9% | 49.0% | 2.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.9% | 29.1% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -8.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.2% | 45.1% | -3.1% | 44.2% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 3.4% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 13.7% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 4.6% |
| Widowed | 12.4% | 8.6% | -3.8% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53.4% | 52.9% | -0.5% | 48.4% | 4.5% |
| Good health | 26.7% | 31.6% | 4.9% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 12.1% | -3.0% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 2.9% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.2% | 17.4% | -2.8% | 18.2% | -0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 8.7% | -5.8% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 15.1% | 3.2% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 4.7% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 15.7% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.1% | 35.5% | 5.4% | 33.8% | 1.7% |
| Other | 7.3% | 2.9% | -4.4% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.2% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 5.2% | 0% | -5.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 3.4% | 3.0% | 1.6% | 1.8% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 87.1% | 90.2% | 3.1% | 81.4% | 8.8% |
| Other | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 86% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.7% | 86% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 2.8% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 5.3% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 3.9% | 4.8% | 0.9% | 2.7% | 2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.6% | 3.4% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.5% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.8% | 86% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 2.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.2% | 8.2% | 9.8% | -1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.1% | 2.9% | -6.2% | 1.9% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.4% | 76.7% | 1.7% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Germany | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 2% | 0.2% | 1.8% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 12.3% | 13.5% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.6% | 37.2% | -2.6% |
| Christian | 53.7% | 46.2% | 7.5% |
| Buddhist | 3.4% | 0.5% | 2.9% |
| Muslim | 2.4% | 6.5% | -4.1% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Basingstoke Road was 197.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 240.4% higher than the Barkham & Arborfield average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Basingstoke Road has the 4th highest crime rate of 103 local areas in Barkham & Arborfield and the 21st highest crime rate of 522 local areas in Wokingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 70.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -12.4%.
Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Post Office Stores Basingstoke Road, Reading, Wokingham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2013-01-29 | £581,661 |
RG7 1AD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blagdon Nursery School Blagdon Road , Whitley RG2 7NT | 4out of 4 | 4,854 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lambs Lane Primary School Back Lane, Spencers Wood , Spencers Wood RG7 1JB | 3out of 4 | 645 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grazeley Parochial Church of England Aided Primary School Mereoak Lane , Grazeley RG7 1JY | 3out of 4 | 1,552 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alder Grove Church of England Primary School Alder Grove , RG2 9RA | - not rated | 2,162 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shinfield Infant and Nursery School School Green , Shinfield RG2 9EH | - not rated | 2,633 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shinfield St Mary's CofE Junior School Chestnut Crescent , Shinfield RG2 9EJ | 3out of 4 | 2,710 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakbank Hyde End Lane , Ryeish Green RG7 1ER | 3out of 4 | 1,637 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Madejski Academy 125 Hartland Road , RG2 8AF | 2out of 4 | 4,171 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Vine Christian School Mitford Close , Basingstoke Road RG7 1HF | - not rated | 1,721 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| OneSchool Global UK Reading Primary Campus 401 Old Whitley Wood Lane , Shinfield RG2 8QA | - not rated | 2,924 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crosfields School Shinfield Road , RG2 9BL | - not rated | 4,287 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leighton Park School Shinfield Road , RG2 7ED | - not rated | 5,202 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miah's Restaurant | Tankerton House, Basingstoke Road | 582 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Farriers Arms | The Farriers Arms, Basingstoke Road | 582 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lambs Lane Primary School LAMBS LANE | grass pitches | 623 yd |
| Spencers Wood Recreation Ground ST MICHAELS AND ALL ANGELS CHURCH HALL ST MICHAELS AND ALL ANGELS CHURCH HALL BASINGSTOKE ROAD | grass pitches | 826 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.